Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Fire and Emergency Services has stepped up preparations to ensure fire safety and an effective emergency response during Durga Puja and Dussehra celebrations across the state. Fire engines, thousands of personnel and a round-the-clock control room have been arranged to address emergencies during the festive period.
Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Ramesh Chandra Majhi said that 5,000 personnel have been deployed as part of the safety arrangements. The department has also positioned fire engines and established a 24-hour control room to respond to emergency calls during the celebrations.
The preparations focus on strengthening fire safety at Durga Puja pandals and other crowded locations, where large numbers of people are expected to gather for festivities. The arrangements are intended to support a timely response in the event of a fire or other emergency.
Odisha Fire Services Strengthens Safety at Puja Pandals
Durga Puja and Dussehra are major festivals in Odisha, with celebrations taking place at puja pandals and public gathering spots across the state. Ensuring adequate fire safety at these locations is an important part of managing risks during the festive season.
The deployment of fire personnel and engines is aimed at improving emergency preparedness at these sites. The 24-hour control room is also expected to play a key role in coordinating responses to emergencies reported during the celebrations.
Fire safety arrangements are particularly important at crowded venues, where a quick response can help emergency teams manage incidents more effectively. The department’s preparations are focused on maintaining readiness throughout the festive period.
Round-the-Clock Emergency Response
The arrangements announced by Odisha Fire and Emergency Services include three key elements: the deployment of 5,000 personnel, the availability of fire engines and a control room operating 24 hours a day.
Chief Fire Officer Ramesh Chandra Majhi outlined the measures as part of the state’s preparations for a safe and peaceful festive season. The department’s readiness is intended to help address emergencies at puja pandals and other crowded places across Odisha.
As Durga Puja and Dussehra celebrations get underway, Odisha Fire Services is focusing on fire safety and emergency preparedness across the state. The deployment of personnel, fire engines and a 24-hour control room forms the core of the safety arrangements for the festive period.
